Grace Valley Theological Seminary

Seminary Introduction

Dear Friend:

I want to commend you for your interest in seminary training and especially for your interest in Grace Valley Theological Seminary.

Choosing the right seminary is crucial, for it will shape your thinking process in all future ministries. As I have always told young men, seminary should be a place where they enjoy spiritual, biblical and theological growth - not a battleground where they try to hold on to a remnant of their faith. Therefore, as you consider The Master's Seminary or any other seminary, I would urge you to ask the following questions: Does the seminary emphasize the expositional preaching and teaching of God's inerrant Word in it's curriculum? Is the faculty unified on the doctrinal statement and purpose of the seminary? Will the seminary reinforce my beliefs or will I have to fight for them? Does the seminary stress excellence in the theological discipline which will equip me for a lifetime of understanding and proclaiming Scripture? Does the seminary provide personalized discipleship with an emphasis on stimulating spiritual growth in both students and faculty members? Does the seminary stress local church ministry involvement? Does the seminary have a biblical approach to training men for expository preaching? Does the location of the seminary offer opportunities for ministry involvement both culturally and cross-culturally? Will the local economy provide employment opportunities? Does the seminary have a solid history of effective placement service to ministry upon graduation? Does the seminary provide a lifetime relationship and continuing education upon graduation? Do I believe this seminary will best prepare me to fulfill God's call on my life? Does the faculty model the appropriate content of godly character, scholastic excellence and ministry commitment? Is the faculty committed to a specialized writing ministry beyond the seminary classroom? Does the seminary articulate a biblical philosophy of church ministry and worship? Does the seminary train for spiritual leadership from a biblical perspective? Is the seminary training conducted in the midst of a local church environment? I pray that your experience with Grace Valley Theological Seminary will be a great and rewarding one. Grace and Peace, Dr. Robert L. McKenzie, President

What We Have To Offer

BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAM To obtain a Bachelor degree, the student must complete the following requirements: 1. Read the 10 required books which are contained in the library online or which will be shipped per enrollment packet. 2. Must complete 10 tests which include mid-term and final exams. 3. Complete a 10 page synopsis of the 10 books to include a Bibliography. Synopsis will be double spaced. For more information, click the following link: Bachelor of Theology MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAM The Master's program will consist of reading 10 books and fulfilling the following requirements: 1. Must read required books supplied or in online library. 2. Must complete 10 tests including mid-term and final. 3. Write a 50 page double spaced thesis including Bibliography For more information, click the following links: Master of Divinity, and Master of Theology. DOCTORATE DEGREE PROGRAM The Doctoral program will consist of the following requirements: 1. Read required course material. 2. Complete 10 tests including mid-term and final. 3. Write a synopsis of dissertation 1st. 4. Write a 75 page double spaced Dissertation on a subject approved by an Academic Advisor and be prepared to defend dissertation before a board of approved Academic associates. For more information, click the following link: Doctor of Theology.